Operations & Technology
Get Your Residents Wheels with Zagster
Zagster is the one-stop solution for property managers looking to add a bike share to their community. Your residents will surely appreciate the service for running errands or even getting to work.
The Klein Company Opens Eco-friendly Apartments in Cherry Hill, N.J.
The Klein Company is opening the Dwell Luxury Apartments, 233 contemporary apartments in Cherry Hill, N.J., outfitted with top-of-the-line finishes and eco-friendly features.
White Paper: Multifamily Manufactured and Modular Construction
Modular manufacturing can offer the opportunity to conduct a meaningful portion of the construction in more competitive labor markets using sheltered, assembly line techniques, thus allowing task-skilled fabricators to conduct much of the building process without formal construction-trade training and apprenticeship.
Alno Introduces ‘Kitchen of Tomorrow’ with New Ceramic Front Surface
Multifamily designers now have the option for a truly unique kitchen effect thanks to Alno’s introduction of CERA, a new frontal surface made from micro-fine oxides and silicides.
Health-Oriented Low Income Community Opens in the Bronx
A 124-unit asset with a hydroponic farm opened yesterday in the Bronx. The Arbor House is part of New York’s New Housing Marketplace Plan, and was developed by Les Bluestone.
Three Creative Ways to Attract New Residents
Online ads and social media are great ways to advertise vacancies. But here are three additional creative ways you can appeal to prospective renters.
Property Management—No Longer the Stepchild, but Leadership Challenges Continue
We used to say that property management was the stepchild of the industry. However, with the scale, technology and professionalism brought to property management over the past decade, the stepchild syndrome is no longer the case.
Xero Flor Offers a Roll-Out Green Roof Solution
There is no shortage of reasons for putting a green roof atop your next apartment development. Xero Flor offers a turnkey green roof solution that is manufactured and grown in the U.S. on independent farms.
How Property Managers Can Utilize Pinterest
As a property manager, are you getting the most out of Pinterest? This popular social media site is a great way to promote an apartment community. In a recent webinar called “Pinterest for Property Managers,” Charity Zierten, Socially Engaged Marketing, provided tips and tricks to integrate Pinterest into a winning social media strategy.
New York City’s Got Green Game
The NYC Green Infrastructure Plan has information about changes to local codes that will enable building owners to do more with their rooftop spaces. The fact that New York is committed to reducing its carbon footprint is positive news for investors seeking to trade multifamily assets.